First up, yes, I know this Chevelle looks like a 1964 model. That’s because this 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle has a ’64 front clip attached. Beyond that, this Chevy has a tres cool, old school, dragster vibe about it. There’s… more»
Race Cars
Jul 26, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Genuine Group B: 1985 MG Metro 6R4 WRC
The Group B era of the World Rally Championship was one marked by an “arms race” between several manufacturers. Introduced in 1982, it saw some motoring monsters built by the likes of Audi, Lancia, Ford, and MG. The category… more»
Jul 21, 2020 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Vintage Race Car: 1968 Plymouth Road Runner
“Unfinished Business.” Never was a name more appropriate than it is for this long-retired drag car. When its racing days ended in the 1980s, the 1968 Plymouth Road Runner was placed into storage. It has only recently seen the… more»
Jul 17, 2020 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Former Drag Car: 1964 Plymouth Valiant
Calling on Road Kill, I think I found your next project. This is definitely a car not seen often, in any form, anymore, 1964 Plymouth Valiant, two-door hardtop. As to the actual model, it appears to be a V-200… more»
Jul 16, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Formula Vee Race Car: 1971 Caldwell FV
Let’s look at something a bit out of the ordinary, how about an open-wheeled race car? No, it’s not a Formula 1 or Indy type, it’s a bit less ambitious than that but it is a very interesting perspective… more»
Jul 8, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Hot Rod Built TROG Racer! 1929 Ford Model A
If you’ve been around classic cars for any length of time, you are undoubtedly familiar with Hot Rod. What began as a print magazine in 1948, it is now the oldest magazine dedicated to hot rodding and has spawned… more»
Jul 4, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Faux Race Patina: 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
This McLaren MP4-12C looks like it just finished running the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Of course, looks can be deceiving too, so a deeper dive is in order. Southhampton, New York is where you will find this 2012… more»
Jun 30, 2020 • For Sale • 25 Comments
NHRA Record Holder! 1967 Pontiac GTO
This 1967 Pontiac GTO, known as the “Limelighter” looks familiar. Who knows, maybe I saw it in a Hot Rod Magazine years ago – it looks like a lot of drag cars from my youth. And it was in… more»
Jun 28, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Vintage Racer: 1951 Bandini Crosley Devin
We at BarnFinds enjoy all sorts of vintage wheeled machines, from Avanti to Zamboni, and everything in-between. Every so often, something truly fascinating comes along, and we just have to tell you about it! In this case, it’s a… more»
May 24, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Real Deal? 1967 Fiat 600 “Abarth”
This 1967 Fiat is a former race car, and until recently, it had been parked in a barn since 1978. This is a car that could have a story to tell because while it wears a lot of genuine… more»
Apr 7, 2020 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Cobra Killer? Swift 1972 MG Midget Racer
If you’ve been around the classic car hobby for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the names Holman and Moody. They are two of the more popular names in the performance industry and have had their hands in… more»
Apr 3, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Million Dollar Barn Find! 300 Car Collection Uncovered
One of my favorite YouTube channels is AMMO NYC, which regularly features the cosmetic revival of long-neglected cars and trucks. Of course, it helps that the channel owner has developed a pretty comprehensive lineup of detailing products to feature… more»
Mar 17, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Dragin’ Wagon: NHRA Winning 1974 AMC Matador
Here’s something you don’t see every day, a 1974 AMC Matador wagon drag car. No, really! Those hood pins weren’t a Kenosha factory option as far as I know. This one can be found here on craigslist in East… more»
Mar 11, 2020 • Stories • 12 Comments
200 MPH Club? Aluminum Austin-Healey Racer
Is your car quick, or is it fast? An odd question, some might think, but automotive enthusiasts know the difference references acceleration vs. top speed, respectively. This custom-bodied Austin Healey had one goal… go as fast as possible. Facts… more»
Mar 6, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Historic Racer: 1923 Ford Roadster
Update 3/6/20 – This cool little hot rod is still on the market after two years. The price has been dropped $2k since we featured it last. Find it here on Facebook where the seller is now asking $7,500…. more»
Mar 6, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Big Time Toys! 1970 Boss 302 Mustang and Transporter
Nearly every BarnFinds.com reader has played with MatchBox cars or similar die-cast metal miniatures. Manufacturers of the tiny tribute cars offered numerous combinations of racers with matching transporter trucks. Few of us collect real cars like Matchboxes, but if… more»
